Dubiski Counselor Connection

As we enter the final month of the school year, we also recognize Mental Health Awareness Month—a time to reflect on the importance of caring for our minds just as much as our achievements.

May is a busy and important time, with AP testing and semester exams right around the corner. While we encourage you to stay focused, remain committed, and finish the year strong, it’s just as important to take care of yourself along the way.

Think of your mind as a garden 🌿🧠🌼 — what you nurture will grow. Make time to rest, stay organized, ask for help when needed, and create space for positive thoughts and healthy habits. Balancing your academic responsibilities with your well-being will set you up for success not only in these final weeks of the school year, but beyond.

Stay focused, take care of yourself, and finish strong—you’ve got this! 🌱✨

As the school year comes to a close, remember: you’ve done your best—now it’s time to rest, reset, and recharge.

Summer break isn’t just a vacation—it’s your opportunity to take a step back from the stress of the school year and give your mind and body the care they deserve. Use this time to step back from stress, reconnect with what brings you joy, and build healthy habits that support your mental wellness.

Here are some ideas......

• Rest by slowing down and allowing yourself time to recharge.
• Reconnect with the people, activities, and moments that bring you joy.
• Reset by letting go of stress and giving yourself grace.
• Reflect on how far you’ve come and the growth you’ve experienced this year.
• Prepare by building healthy habits that support your well-being moving forward.

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as your academic success. Use this summer to pour into yourself—you matter, and you deserve it!

May 1:

• Senior Field Trip (Six Flags)
• Senior Decision Day - DCHS Cafeteria (6-8 pm)
• Principal Appreciation Day!
• Deadline for seniors to complete CPR Training

May 2:

• Junior/Senior Prom

May 4:

• Student of the Month Luncheon (12 pm)
• Last day for ETAMU DC Students to submit all course work.

May 5-8:

• Teacher Appreciation Week!

May 5:

• Top 10 Students' Photo Shoot (9 am)
• Rising 9th Grade Course Selection Night (BCO Academy) - DCHS Cafeteria (6-7:30 pm)

May 6:

• AP Testing: AP Eng Lit (8 am)
• AP Testing: AP Phy 1 (12 pm)
• School Nurses Appreciation Day!

May 7:

• AP Testing: AP World History (8 am)
• AP Testing: AP Stats (12 pm)
• Rising 9th Grade Course Selection Night (HST Academy) - DCHS Cafeteria (6-7:30 pm)

• AP Testing: APUSH (8 am)
• AP Testing: AP Econ (12 pm)

May 11:

• AP Testing: AP Calc (8 am)
• ETAMU DC Students last day of classes.

May 12:

• AP Testing: AP Pre-cal (8am)
• Senior Graduation Meeting (11 am)
• Rising 9th Grade Course Selection Night (HSE Academy) - DCHS Cafeteria (6-7:30 pm)
• OnRamps Laptop Return

May 13:

• AP Testing: AP Eng Lang (8am)
• AP Testing: AP Phy C & AP Span Lit (12 pm)
• CTE Award Ceremony (6-8 pm)

May 14:

• AP Testing: AP Span Lang (8 am)
• PM: Jag-Chella (a.k.a. Shark Byte)

• AP Testing: AP Env Sci (8 am)
• PM: Jag-Chella (a.k.a. Shark Byte)

• Senior iPad return
• Senior Clap Out - Main Stairwell (4 pm)

• Semester Exams - Day 1

May 21:

• Semester Exams - Day 2
• STUDENTS LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!

May 27:

• GRADUATION - Texas Trust Theater (9 am)

Planning to get your driver’s permit this summer? Be sure to request your VOE (Verification of Enrollment) before school ends!

🗓️ Deadline to Request: May 21 (Last Day of School)
📍 Where: Attendance Office

VOEs will not be issued over the summer, so if you plan to take your permit test, you must request yours by this date. Don’t wait until the last minute—plan ahead!

As we approach the end of the school year and semester exams, we want to share important information for what you and your student can expect on exam days.

🗓 Semester Exam Dates & Schedule

Exam Dates:

• Wednesday, May 20th (A day classes)
• Thursday, May 21st (B day classes)

Schedule:

Students will follow their regular schedule on exam days.

Even on exam days, students are expected to report to each class according to their normal A/B schedule, unless they are officially exempt from that class’s exam (Juniors & Seniors received a separate Canvas message & parent email about exemptions).

SEMESTER EXAM EXEMPTIONS:

To be exempt it takes into account grades and absences/tardies. Teachers will have the final decision on a student being exempt.

Who can be exempt: ONLY students who are coded 11th or 12th grade in SKYWARD are eligible.

There are 2 opportunities for students to be Exempt:

✔️ 1st Opportunity: Attendance/Grades for ALL classes:

Students must meet one of the following requirements:

a. SM1 average of 90-100 with no more than 3 absences

b. SM1 average of 85-89 with no more than 2 absences

c. SM1 average of 80-84 with no more than 1 absence

THREE TARDIES EQUALS ONE ABSENCE FOR THE PURPOSES OF EXEMPTIONS.

IF YOU HAVE A DOUBLE OR TRIPLE BLOCK CLASS: You must have met the requirements for each period - it is ALL or NOTHING.

✔️ 2nd OPPORTUNITY: TSI Met FOR ENGLISH & MATH COURSES ONLY:

If a student is TSI MET for ENGLISH and/or MATH with a minimum grade of 70, students are eligible for exemption.

ATTENDANCE STILL MATTERS. EVERY DAY! EVERY PERIOD⚠️

STUDENTS HAVE BEEN REMINDED THAT LACK OF ATTENDANCE MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF CREDIT FOR A COURSE AND THEIR SPOT AT DUBISKI.

STUDENTS CANNOT GO TO ANY OTHER CLASS DURING THEIR ASSIGNED CLASS.

EXAMS CANNOT BE TAKEN EARLY. IF STUDENTS ARE ABSENT THEY CAN TAKE MAKEUP EXAMS MAY 22nd or MAY 26th. IT WILL BE A ZERO UNTIL TAKEN.

📵 As a reminder - NO PERSONAL DEVICES SHOULD BE BROUGHT TO CAMPUS, EVER (keep personal ipads/laptops at home, phones are to stay TURNED OFF and out of sight).

Remember to be in proper Dubiski dress code and on time!

If you already have a GreenLight account, you ONLY need to SIGN-IN to view your transcript.

Be sure to review the flyer above for important details regarding TSIA2 testing, including dates, registration information, and requirements. This assessment is essential for qualifying for opportunities such as off periods and dual credit courses. Don’t miss out—check the information and plan accordingly!

If you have NOT completed ALL of the items below, you are REQUIRED to attend Saturday School.

🗓️ Date: May 9th
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

❗ Attendance is NOT OPTIONAL if you still have outstanding requirements.

You must attend if you are missing any of the following:

📚 Passing grades in ALL classes (required for all students)
💻 Credit Recovery in Edgenuity (if applicable)
📝 Texas College Bridge Math/English – Parts 1 & 2 (if applicable)
❤️ CPR Training + Form Submission (HSC/DEN students are exempt)
⏳ Attendance Recovery Hours (if applicable)

Please make this a priority to ensure you remain on track for graduation.

If you have questions, reach out to your counselor.

All seniors are required to complete CPR training to meet graduation requirements. We’ve made it easy to complete online!

Check out the CPR Slide Deck (click on the pic) to access the training video and follow instructions for submitting verification that you’ve completed the training — or, if you are already CPR certified, submit your documentation instead.

Steps to Satisfy the CPR Requirement:

1. Open the slide deck and watch the CPR training video.

2. Complete the Exit Ticket to confirm completion; or

3. Upload your CPR certification (most likely all HSC & DEN Students).

✅ This quick and essential training could help you save a life one day—plus, it’s required to walk the stage! Don’t wait—get it done today! Deadline Extended - May 15th.

Senior Checkout ("Clearance") will be held May 19–21 and is a MANDATORY requirement for all graduating seniors.

During checkout, students will:

• Turn in all school-issued devices

• Pay any outstanding fines and fees

• Clear all remaining obligations and graduation requirements

• Students will receive a Senior Check-Out Form and must obtain signatures from designated staff verifying that all fines, fees, and graduation requirements are cleared. The completed form must be submitted to their counselor for final graduation clearance.

A fully completed and signed checkout form is required before students may receive graduation tickets!!!

Additional details regarding the checkout process will be shared during the Senior Meeting on May 12th.

END OF YEAR DEVICE RETURN

• iPad return begins Tuesday, May 19. Seniors who have completed ALL assigned work and required exams can turn in their iPad before school, during lunch, or after school.
• Students who were also issued district laptops will return those during their designated class period on various dates in May.

TECHNOLOGY FINES

If necessary, graduates will be invoiced in MySchoolBucks for technology fines when they return their device -- if not beforehand. All fines must be paid in full before a student will receive his or her graduation tickets. Common tech fines include the following:

1. iPad/laptop is damaged.
2. iPad/laptop is lost.
3. iPad Apple 20W USB-C charger is not returned.
4. iPad Brenthaven case is not returned or is severely damaged (unusable).
5. Dell laptop charger is not returned.

Students may STILL purchase Mobile Device Insurance for $20 ($30 with laptop) to offset anticipated costs. Click the School News button on the Dubiski Homepage for more information or to purchase.

Please check MSB for any outstanding district or campus fines, and make sure your son or daughter is prepared to return technology next month.

Contact Ms. Smith at 972.343.7875 or Michelle.Smith@gpisd.org should you have any additional questions.

Hello, former Moseley students!

Please complete the Google Form if you are interested in participating in this event. The clap out will be held on Thursday, May 21st, at 2:30. Please complete the Google Form by, Friday, May 15th, if you plan to attend.

Please arrive by 2:00 to check in at the front office.

2990 South Highway 161

Grand Praire, Tx, 75052

https://www.gpisd.org/Domain/11979